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Southwest Schools (Educational Leadership, Inc.) Administrative Office - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to prepare college and career-ready students for lifelong success.

OUR VISION

We are a premier district of choice that meets the diverse needs of all students by creating an inclusive community that fosters a strong sense of self-worth.

DISTRICT CULTURE

Southwest Public Schools believes in promoting a culture that embodies and fosters a collaborative approach to learning. Staff relationships are collegial, collaborative, and productive, and all staff members are held to high professional standards. Mistakes are not seen as failures but as opportunities to learn and grow for both students and educators.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of IT Network & Infrastructure leads the strategic planning, development, and management of the district’s technology infrastructure to support both academic and operational goals. This role is responsible for designing and maintaining secure, scalable, and future-ready systems—including networks, devices, and digital platforms—while ensuring equitable access to technology across all schools. The Director oversees IT support operations, device lifecycle management, cybersecurity, and systems integration, fostering collaboration across departments to ensure that infrastructure decisions enhance teaching, learning, and administrative efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Establish and communicate a long-term vision for IT infrastructure that supports the district’s academic and operational goals.

• Stay current with emerging technologies, cybersecurity protocols, and infrastructure trends to proactively guide the district toward innovative and future-ready solutions.

• Advocate for sustainable, scalable, and equitable access to technology across all schools.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration between IT, operational, and instructional teams.

• Ensure that infrastructure decisions enhance teaching, learning, and district operations.

• Design, implement, and maintain a secure, reliable, and high-performing network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, and cloud services.

• Lead infrastructure modernization projects, including server upgrades, fiber expansions, and data center transitions.

• Oversee network monitoring and analytics systems to ensure performance and proactive issue resolution.

• Manage the full lifecycle of all district‑owned devices, including student and staff hardware, classroom tech, and peripherals.

• Set hardware standards and ensure equitable device distribution across campuses.

• Establish efficient systems for device deployment, asset tracking, repair, and replacement.

• Supervise district‑wide IT support teams, ensuring timely resolution of hardware, software, and connectivity issues.

• Implement ticketing protocols to improve efficiency and user satisfaction.

• Lead and manage the rostering of all students and staff to digital learning platforms, assessment systems, instructional software, and operation software.

• Ensure seamless integration between the student information system (SIS) and all learning platforms.

• Maintain up‑to‑date records and automation protocols to ensure accuracy and timely updates.

• Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, incident response protocols, and data privacy safeguards.

• Monitor threats and vulnerabilities using current tools and practices, and implement multi‑layered defenses.

• Ensure all network and system practices are aligned with FERPA, CIPA, COPPA, and relevant state/federal laws.

• Work closely with district departments to ensure IT systems and infrastructure support academic and administrative initiatives.

• Coordinate infrastructure upgrades and expansions with minimal disruption to instruction.

• Actively participate in strategic planning for instructional technology, digital equity, and campus tech integration.

• Forecast technology needs and guide cost‑effective, scalable purchasing strategies.

• Leverage E‑Rate, grants, and funding opportunities to maximize resources.

• Maintain documentation and continuity plans for all infrastructure systems.

• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B a chelor 's degre e preferred.

• Experience working with diverse student populations, parents, and other stakeholders

OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into focus; judge distance (close and distant); reach with arms extended and use hands to manipulate the keyboard, smart board and other classroom technology.

• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds, including but not limited to books, paper, and instructional materials/supplies.

• This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, and/or the ability to be mobile.

• Ability to travel throughout the district and city as needed by means of personal/private or public transportation in compliance with the state's department of motor vehicle and/or public transportation laws.

EXPECTED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to build and sustain positive, collaborative relationships both internally and externally

• Knowledge of federal, state and local educational goals and objectives

• Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements in area of responsibility

• Ability to interpret laws, rules, and policies

• Ability to supervise people

• Ability to plan and present information to a variety of audiences

• Ability to facilitate various size groups using facilitative leadership skills

• Skills in written and oral communication, planning, and organization

• Knowledge of current educational trends, methods, research, and technology

• In‑depth knowledge of assigned program and service area

• Ability to collect, analyze and interpret data

• Ability to work independently

• Proven research and analytical skills

• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to be self‑directed

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have carefully read and understand the contents of this position description. I understand the responsibilities, requirements and duties expected of me. I understand this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. While this list is intended to accurately reflect the current position, the employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the employer.

I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts, or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. I also understand that this position description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at‑will employee. I have the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, and the employer has a similar right.

Southwest Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Southwest Public Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

This description describes the general responsibilities and requirements for the stated position and in no way is an exhaustive list. Southwest Public Schools maintains the right to assign or reassign responsibilities to this position at any time.

Administration > Technology

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Uyen Nguyen , Chief of Research, Accountability, and Digital Learning
• Administrative Office
• Phone: 713-784-6345
• Email: unguyen@swschools.org